World Nov 29 Indonesian rescuers search for survivors as death toll from floods and landslides tops 300 By Niniek Karmini, Associated Press, Kasparman Piliang, Associated Pres
World Nov 28 Death toll rises to 164 after floods and landslides on Indonesia’s Sumatra island The death toll from flash floods and landslides on Indonesia’s Sumatra island rose to 164 on Friday with 79 people missing, authorities said, as rescue workers found their efforts hampered by damaged bridges and roads and a lack of heavy… By Niniek Karmini, Associated Press, Kasparman Piliang, Associated Pres
World Dec 28 Watch 7:55 Looking back at the devastating Indian Ocean tsunami 20 years later This week marks 20 years since one of the worst natural disasters in modern history. In 2004, a 9.1 magnitude earthquake off the island of Sumatra in western Indonesia triggered a tsunami in the Indian Ocean that killed more than… By Ali Rogin, Lorna Baldwin, Satvi Sunkara
World Dec 25 After 20 years, the post-tsunami generation in Indonesia stays vigilant for future disasters In a public high school, students regularly take part in disaster simulations and get ready to evacuate ahead of a possible tsunami. By Edna Tarigan, Achmad Ibrahim, Fadlan Syam, Associated Press
World Nov 25 Landslide and floods in Indonesia kill 16 on Sumatra island Indonesian officials say rescuers have recovered 16 bodies under tons of mud and rocks or that were swept away in flash floods that hit mountainside villages on Sumatra Island. By Binsar Bakkara, Associated Press
May 22 Indonesian volcano eruption kills at least seven people By Michael D. Regan Seven people were killed by a volcano in a northern section of Sumatra on Saturday. The volcano is one of the more active in Indonesia. Continue reading
Oct 01 Watch Death Toll Mounts From Pacific Earthquakes The death toll from a series of powerful earthquakes in American Somoa and Indonesia continued to climb Thursday as aid workers raced to help survivors. Continue watching
Sep 30 Watch Focus Pivots to Relief Following Deadly Tsunami, Earthquake In the Samoan islands, relief efforts have begun after an earthquake triggered a tsunami. Meanwhile, Indonesia is struggling to recover from its own temblor. U.S. officials say the first flight carrying aid is en route to the region. Continue watching
Dec 27 Earthquake, Tsunamis Death Toll Tops 20,000 By PBS News Hour The most powerful earthquake in 40 years struck deep beneath the Indian Ocean near the Indonesian island of Sumatra Sunday, triggering tsunamis that devastated villages and resorts, killing tens of thousands and leaving untold numbers missing. Continue reading
Dec 26 Powerful Earthquake, Tsunamis Kills Thousands in Asia By PBS News Hour The most powerful earthquake in 40 years struck deep beneath the Indian Ocean near the Indonesian island of Sumatra Sunday morning, triggering tsunamis that devastated villages and resorts, killing thousands and leaving hundreds missing. Continue reading